Parsons’ Jakarre Green – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Golden Plains Credit Union
After missing time because of injuries last season, Parsons senior defensive back Jakarre Green is eager for another opportunity to prove himself on the football
Independence’s Maddox Purvis – Southeast Kansas Defensive Back Poll Winner – Presented by Salina Tech
After a full offseason of preparation and improvement, Independence High School senior Maddox Purvis is ready to help the Bulldogs take the next step. Purvis
Columbus’ Braun Stone – Southeast Kansas Linebacker Poll Winner – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Braun Stone believes the foundation for a successful season has already been built. After spending the offseason alongside a veteran group of teammates, the Columbus
Chanute’s Braddox Bancroft – Southeast Kansas Defensive Line Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
The excitement surrounding the 2026 football season starts with the unknown for Chanute’s Braddox Bancroft. Chanute’s schedule features several new opponents, including Mulvane, Rose Hill
Columbus’ Kash Smith – Southeast Kansas Offensive Lineman Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Columbus junior Kash Smith believes the work his team has put in throughout the offseason will be evident once the Titans take the field this
Labette County’s Nolan Nash – Southeast Kansas Wide Receiver Poll Winner
The upcoming football season is the culmination of years of preparation for Nolan Nash of Labette County. Since his freshman year, Nash has put in
Fort Scott Tigers – Football Preview – Presented by Visit Wichita
After a 3-6 season in 2025, the Fort Scott Tigers believe they are positioned to take a significant step forward this fall. Second-year head coach
Marion’s Hitch Soyez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by 56 Express Tire & Service
The 2026 football season is about more than wins and accolades for Marion’s Hitch Soyez. It’s an opportunity to share one final campaign with the
Minneapolis’ Bryson Lonberger – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Scott Ausherman American Family Insurance
Bryson Lonberger can’t hide his passion for football. For the Minneapolis senior, the excitement surrounding a new season isn’t centered on personal accolades or the
Beloit’s Truitt King – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Guaranty State Bank & Trust Co and S&S Drug
With another season of experience under his belt and lofty goals ahead, Beloit quarterback Truitt King believes the foundation has been laid for something special
Ellsworth’s Gage Laas – Athlete Spotlight
Gage Laas isn’t measuring the upcoming football season by individual accolades alone. Instead, the Ellsworth standout is focused on earning a larger role and doing
Clay Center’s Ethan Leitzel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Central Office Service and Supply
As one of the senior leaders for Clay Center this season, Ethan Leitzel is embracing a challenge unlike any he has faced before. After spending